The Cradle Project donates essential baby items to PHC in Ikoyi

A sixteen-year-old student, Oluwatariiresimi Agbeyangi, has donated essential baby items including diapers and baby wipes to Senator Oluremi Tinubu Primary Healthcare Center in Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area, LCDA, in Lagos State, under her initiative, “The Cradle Project.”

The donation, presented over the weekend, was aimed at supporting newborn babies, young mothers, and vulnerable families undergoing difficult circumstances, particularly during hospital stays.

Miss Agbeyangi, a student of The Hockaday School, Dallas, Texas, described The Cradle Project as a student-led humanitarian initiative committed to supporting new mothers and families in hospitals and care homes across Nigeria.

She explained that the initiative was inspired by her growing awareness of the everyday challenges faced by mothers, especially single mothers, teenage mothers, and women who enter motherhood under difficult or unsafe conditions.

According to her, many families struggle to access basic necessities such as diapers, baby wipes, and other essential baby items, particularly during stressful periods of hospitalization.

“The Cradle Project is rooted in the belief that small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference,” Agbeyangi said.

“Providing simple essentials may appear minor, but for families in need, it offers real relief, comfort, and reassurance during vulnerable moments.”

She noted that the project focuses on direct donations to hospitals and care homes, ensuring that assistance reaches beneficiaries promptly while maintaining efficiency, transparency, and dignity.

Beyond addressing immediate physical needs, Agbeyangi added that the initiative seeks to restore dignity and provide emotional reassurance to mothers navigating challenging circumstances, while also raising awareness about maternal and child welfare and the role of community-driven support in easing everyday burdens.

To fund the donations, the young changemaker operates a small baking business known as Cradle Crumbs, where she produces and sells homemade baked goods through her school’s bookstore and personal orders. All proceeds from the venture are dedicated to purchasing baby essentials for donation.

In addition to her humanitarian efforts, Agbeyangi remains actively engaged in school life. She is a member of several clubs, including the Wharton Investment Club, Investment Club, HockaStep, and Girls Global Connect, and currently serves on her school’s Activities Board.

The donor extended appreciation to the Chairman of Ikoyi-Obalende Local Government , Hon Bola Oladunjoye for his warm reception, support, and commitment to the welfare of mothers and children within the community.

She also expressed gratitude to the Medical Officer of Health, MOH of the council, Dr.Tayo Akintoye, the doctors , matrons and nurses of Senator Oluremi Tinubu Primary Health Center, Dolphin, Ikoyi , for creating an enabling environment that allows meaningful collaborations with young advocates and humanitarian initiatives aimed at strengthening maternal and child healthcare delivery.

Receiving the donated items on behalf of the LCDA and the health facility, the Chairman of Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area, Hon. Bola Oladunjoye commended the young donor for her compassion and sense of responsibility.

Oladunjoye commended the management of the donor’s school, The Hockaday School , Dallas for supporting the vision of Miss Agbeyangi by letting her sell her cookies at the school store from where she was able to gather resources for the donated items.

“We are deeply impressed by the vision, empathy, and leadership demonstrated by Miss Agbeyangi at such a young age. This initiative clearly shows that age is not a barrier to making a meaningful impact in society,” the Chairman said.

He described the donation as timely and impactful, noting that essential baby items remain critical to maternal and child care, particularly for indigent mothers accessing public health services.

“These items will go a long way in supporting our mothers and newborns, especially those who may not have the means to provide these necessities during hospital care. On behalf of Ikoyi-Obalende Local Government, we sincerely appreciate this thoughtful gesture,” he added.

The Chairman further encouraged other young people and private individuals to emulate the initiative, stressing the importance of community participation in healthcare support and social welfare.

Though modest in scale, The Cradle Project reflects a deep commitment to empathy, responsibility, and service. Through sustained effort and community collaboration, Agbeyangi hopes to continue making a positive impact in the lives of mothers and children who need support the most .